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Lake Tekapo Cottages

3.0 star property
Mountain guesthouse within walking distance of Church of the Good Shepherd

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker

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Little Dipper - 2 Bedroom Accommodation

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Stargazing - 2 Bedroom Lodge | Terrace/patio

Stargazing - 2 Bedroom Lodge

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Polaris - 1bed Oasis in Lake Tekapo!

Polaris - 1bed Oasis in Lake Tekapo!

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pluto - Moonlit Mirage

Pluto - Moonlit Mirage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Galaxy 3BR Modern Home with Fireplace & Outdoor Spa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Milkyway - Mountain Breeze Lodge | Terrace/patio

Milkyway - Mountain Breeze Lodge

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Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Eclipse - 2-Bedroom Escape | Terrace/patio

Eclipse - 2-Bedroom Escape

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Little Birch - 2 Bedroom Retreat | Living area

Little Birch - 2 Bedroom Retreat

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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The Birch - 3 Bedroom Cottage

The Birch - 3 Bedroom Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
12 Sealy St, Lake Tekapo, 7999

What's nearby

  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 5 min walk
  • Sheepdog Statue - 5 min walk
  • Dark Sky Project - 9 min walk
  • Tekapo Springs - 5 min drive
  • Lake Tekapo - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Lake Tekapo Cottages

When you stay at Lake Tekapo Cottages, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Tekapo. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and downhill skiing. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Thai

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-cm Smart TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Lake Tekapo Cottages House
Lake Tekapo Cottages
Lake Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse
Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse
Tekapo Cottages Tekapo
Lake Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse
Lake Tekapo Cottages Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Tekapo Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lake Tekapo Cottages does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Lake Tekapo Cottages?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lake Tekapo Cottages?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lake Tekapo Cottages?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Lake Tekapo Cottages and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Lake Tekapo Cottages like?
Lake Tekapo Cottages is a short 5-minute walk from Church of the Good Shepherd and 9 minutes' walk from Dark Sky Project. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

Lake Tekapo Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the birch cottage. Well maintained and walkable distance to good shepherd church.
Sharan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Old building so has a couple of minor issues but the new owners are in the middle of doing renos so I'm sure these will be fixed up soon
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cottage was very good,had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable and it was very well equipt. Bit of noise in morning from building works and TV kust did not work as kept loosing signal.Staff nice & liked location,would stay again.
Vincent, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, still under renovations. Will be even better when reno complete.
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

The fridge was not functioning when we arrived. It had apparently been switched off for cleaning and not switched on again. The bed lacked electric blankets. This strikes us as strange given that Tekapo is reported as being the coldest town in the country... The unit was a little bit tired and in need of new paint and fittings e.g. the toilet roll holder. On the plus side, the spa pool was great and the outlook onto a small park, pleasant.
Tim, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great property, rented the two bedroom cabin for two nights and everything was as expected. Would highly recommend.
Keiman, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

Spa not working, electrical points not working, very average cleanliness, window blinds not fully functi
Anand, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great cottage near the lakeshore
Great 2 bedroomed cottage in tge woods just a short walk from the lakeshore.
Cottage
Church
Mountains & Lake
Bridge
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I didn't really like this property.The staff were nice enough but the property itself was really run down and not clean.
Darryn, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Location, access and carers
Upul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious and great location!
Alice, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good
frank, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks for the stay
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nicely located in a tranquil corner near the famous Church and very photogenic Lake Tekapo. Within walking distance to the main strip and very close to the Tekapo Springs. The place itself was very comfortable with TV Wifi, full kitchen and laundry machine -- ideal for a family of four who want to spend a week by the lake. I hope to come again when the weather
Chung Hin Aaron, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

everything is good
VARGHESE, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great little quirky spot to stay. Only issue was fridge was not working properly. Let the operator know. Hopefully it was resolved before the next guest stayed in the cottage we were in.
Hamish, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

the wooden house itself is the parts of scenery
Lake Tekapo Cottages is a group of small cabin in the woods by the lake, very close to The Church of the Good Shepherd. The interior and exterior of the cabin are well managed, and the interior of the cabin is clean and tidy.
JI, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Spacious
The accommodation was spacious and had everything we needed.
D, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for exploring Lake Tekapo
Owner was very friendly and welcoming. We stayed in the Eastwing cottage, which was very spacious and well-equipped. Comfy bed & powerful shower. The washing machine was an unexpected added bonus! There was also free onsite parking. Excellent location - very peaceful and just a short walk to the lake and town where there was a good selection of restaurants and shops. All in all, it was a very comfortable 2-night stay.
Caroline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay in Rowan’s Cottage, cute and cosy and a pleasant walk from the cottage to walking trails, shops and cafes. Very friendly host, Steve, who welcomed us to the area.
Melissa, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

We were very disappointed because when we arrived, the property told us they double booked the room. We were not able to stay at the cabin because the other party arrived first. The owner did pay for us to stay at a local motel, but obviously we would have preferred to stay at the cabin we had actually booked. This was a big let down!
Mia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Meet, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay
Amazing small cottage. Very close to Lake Tekapo and the town. Near restaurants and supermarket. Management and staff were very friendly and extremely helpful.
Anton, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay, lovely grounds, owner very helpful and thoughtful. Felt like we were at home in our lovely little cottage. We stayed in the homeymoon suite and just loved it. Walk to shops and resteraunts is about 5 mins and the views are just incredible
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